Getting started
Fingerprint verification settings
Use fingerprint recognition to verify your identity in supported apps and actions.
◌From Settings, tap 
Biometrics and security > Fingerprints.
•Fingerprint unlock: Use your fingerprint for identification when unlocking your device.
•Show icon when screen is off: Show the fingerprint icon when the screen is off.
•Samsung Pass: Use your fingerprint for identification when using supported apps.
•About unlocking with biometrics: Read details on the requirements each biometric security feature has for using your pattern, PIN, or password as a backup.
Biometrics preferences
Configure your preferences for biometric security options.
◌From Settings, tap 
Biometrics and security > Biometrics preferences for the following:
•Screen transition effect: Show a transition effect when you use biometrics to unlock your device.
NOTE From Settings, tap 
Biometrics and security > Biometrics security patch to view the software version of your device’s biometric security features.
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